Chaplaincy Program Fundraiser - Stanthorpe
2018-07-27 15:30 - 17:00 (Australia/Brisbane)
27 July 3.30 pm to 5 pm
Stanthorpe State High School, 2 McGlew Street, Stanthorpe
Everyone is invited to invest in our local kids as we support our local chaplains at this event coordinated by the wonderful students at Stanthorpe State High School.
Proceeds will fund the entire chaplaincy program here on the Granite Belt so get your tickets online at www.trybooking.com/WSJN or at Pink Poppies in town for this wonderful afternoon tea on Friday 27th July from 3:30pm with special guest Billy Moore!

Fire & Frost, Lunar Eclipse Gathering - Stanthorpe
2018-07-27 15:00 - 2018-07-28 09:00
27 July at 15:00 to 28 July at 9:00
Storm King Dam
Free Gathering. Contributions to the musicians encouraged.
Live Acoustic Music, unplugged from Dusk till Dawn
Hosted by Feraliza
Full Lunar Eclipse at 6.20am. Sunrise at 6.40 am.
Celebrate this once in a lifetime event in a beautiful location.
Wrap up warm and bring all you need for subzero conditions if you are up for the all nighter!
Evening entertainment will kick off at 4pm with Penny Davies and Roger Ilott.
Now confirmed: The Rusty Ute Band
More performers to be announced and space for Jamming, Sing Alongs and Open Mic.
Big communal cookup
Mysterious Bubble Magic Workshop with Feraliza
Stay safe and drive sober!

Winter Gardening Extravaganza - Warwick
2018-07-25 - 2018-07-26
St Mary’s Hall , Wood Street, Warick
25th July 10 am to 5 pm
26th July 9 am to 4 pm
Addmission $3.00 Children Free
Get to know what grows in the cold. Choosing plants that can handle the cold Southern Downs climate is essential to having a thriving, healthy garden in winter
A Garden Expo where garden related businesses display in a great venue with a relaxed atmosphere.
Organic products, Plant nurseries with 100’s of plants for sale, garden accessories, rose pruning and friendly professional advice
Enjoy Devonshire Tea and home made soups with crusty bread plus an assortment of delicious slices
For more information please call 07 4661 1414

Stanthorpe: Defence Careers Information Session
2018-07-23 18:00 - 19:30
Monday 23 July at 18:00–19:30
Stanthorpe RSL Services Club
46 Marsh Street, Stanthorpe
Whether Navy, Army or Air Force – there is bound to be a role that suits you.
Come to an info session and find out more about the opportunities in the ADF.
Book your spot here: //www.defencejobs.gov.au/events/events-detail/gi88cpn

22 Annual Poultry Show - Stanthorpe
2018-07-22 10:00 - 13:00
22 July at 10:00–13:00
Stanthorpe Agricultural Society
8 High Street Stanthorpe
The Stanthorpe Agricultural Society’s Annual Poultry Show will be held on July 22 and there will be prize money, trophies and sashes on offer for hard feather, soft feather and waterfowl sections.
Closing date for entries is July 13
Visitors will see a wide variety of poultry on display and the public is encouraged to attend after 10am.
Delicious food, as well as hot and cold drinks, will be available from the Ringmaster’s Café with a raffle running throughout the day.
All other enquiries to Lyn Spencer on 0428 175 191

Travelling Country Music Social - Warwick
2018-07-22
22 July from 10.30 am
Cowboys Club House, Alice Street Warwick
Lunch, afternoon tea plus bottomless tea and coffee
Lucky door prize and multi raffle
Walk up artist welcome so if you can sing, dance or say poetry come along and have a go.
Adults $8.00 Children $4.00
For more information please contact Marlene on 0419 710 828 or Ruby 4664 4163

Dezzie D and the Stingrayz - FEVER 7z - Warwick
2018-07-21 19:30 - 22:30
Free Event 21 July at 19:30–22:30
Criterion Hotel Warwick
84 Palmerin Street, Warwick, Queensland 4370
UPDATE! – the FULL FEVER 7z will be hitting the CRI Saturday Night 21st July. DO NOT MISS this special showcase.
So so excited. Dezzie D and the Stingrayz , 5 piece band will be playing for FREE. In the 3 Bullet Bar
If you have not heard them they are AMAZING
If you have heard them you know what we mean – ‘Come and be WOWed’.
https://youtu.be/yvTmwnbZVSI
Dezzie D and the Stingrayz
Resurrected Rhythm & Blues
Brisbane – Queensland – Australia Dezzie D and the Stingrayz are undoubtedly Brisbane’s leading band in Resurrected Rhythm & Blues. This exciting 5 piece line up, “has become a showcase of the finest sights and sounds not to be missed”.
Renowned for their tight rhythms and grooves, dynamic vocal and hard hitting Sax hooks, this upbeat style of resurrected music has become a regular favourite at festivals and events. These guys hit the stage hard and are blowing audiences away with their resurrected Rhythm and Blues which will have the crowds jumping. Their onstage presence, energy, passion and power-house performances will have you leaping out of your skin and transporting you back to “world of 40s and 50s Rhythm & Blues, Jump, Jazz and Swing”.

Killarney Bonfire Night - Killarney
2018-07-21 16:00 - 21:00
Bonfire Night runs from 4pm to 9pm on Saturday 21 July 2018.
Willow Street, Killarney
The night is $15 for Adults and Free for Children Under 12.
Tickets are available online and on the gate. You can book tickets online to skip the queues!
Killarney Bonfire Night wards off the frost with fires, fireworks, and food. Let’s heat this place up!
Giant dragons, ships, fiery devils, flaming 44 gallon drums – the glowing wonders created by the Killarney community are the draw card for young and old alike at this winter celebration!
A giant pine bonfire is the centrepiece of an evening to surprise and delight. Hot chips, barbecue, bar, curry and delicious mulled wine will warm you up, and an outstanding Fireworks display will conclude the night.
This event is a fundraiser for Killarney Memorial Aged Care and an official event of Warwick’s Jumpers and Jazz Festival.
Doesn’t matter how cold it gets you can expect a warm, warm welcome in Killarney on Bonfire Night!
For more information Phone 0746641655
Email cambanoora@yahoo.com.au

Bon Natale! Christmas in July - Ballendean
2018-07-21 11:30 - 16:00
Date: July 21
Time: 11:30 am – 4:00 pm
Cost: $70

Christmas lunch with a twist! Chef Jason tempts the taste buds with a Christmas feast of the foods his Sicilian families love to eat. Entertainment and laughter combine with wonderful food to celebrate Christmas in the middle of Winter. Book early. Bus included in ticket price.

For more information please contact
Grace Costanzo Phone:0746841291
Email:admin@goldengroveestate.com.au

Christmas in July at Stanthorpe parkrun
2018-07-21 07:00 - 08:30
21 July at 7:00–8:30
Gleeson Park, Talc Street, Stanthorpe, Queensland 4380
Join us for the 4th annual Christmas in July at Stanthorpe parkrun. Invite your friends, dust off your Christmas outfits and head for Talc Street Stanthorpe. This may be the frostiest 5 km you’ve ever walked, jogged or run.

Jumpers and Jazz in July - Warwick
2018-07-19 - 2018-07-29
19 Jul 2018 to 29 Jul 2018

Warwick’s Jumpers and Jazz in July is a celebration of yarn bombing and tree jumpers. live jazz, tastes of country cuisine nad a program of over one hundred events spanning 10 days. Known as Queensland’s quirkiest festival, the event has been stages annually since 2004. The program incorporates 120 “jumpered” trees, jazz performances in more than 30 venues, exhibitions, hands on workshops, wining and dining. One of the few places in Queensland to experience a cold winter, Warwick is located on the Southern Downs of Southern Queensland Country.

LOCATION:49 Albion Street, Warwick 4370, QLD
For more information
Phone
0746610434
Email
jumpersandjazzinjuly@gmail.com
Website
http://www.jumpersandjazz.com

Black Books: Stanthorpe
2018-07-18 13:30 - 15:00
18 July at 13:30–15:00
Stanthorpe Library, Weeroona Park, Stanthorpe
Free Event
Black Books Publishing and the State of Play in Publishing
Join Dr David Reiter, Publisher/CEO of Brisbane-based IP (Interactive Publications Pty Ltd) for a reading from and discussion of his latest novel Black Books Publishing and then a more serious Q&A about current trends in publishing today. Hosted by Stanthorpe Library.
A pioneer in the composing of digital narratives, David has won the Western Australian Premier’s Award twice – for the multimedia website My Planets Reunion Memoir (2012) as well as the medico-poetic Timelord Dreaming (2016). Author of Your eBook Survival Kit, now in its 3rd edition, he’s well equipped to answer any of your burning questions about publishing. Join us for an exciting session!

The Warwick Bird Show
2018-07-15
Kevin Thumpkin Pavilion, Warwick Show ground
15 July from 9am
The Warwick Bird Show is on the 15 July 2018. We would like to encourage young and old to participate in it. Even if it’s a pet bird bring it along for a great day there will hopefully be a few stall holders there a BBQ lunch is available on the day.
Bird sale table, Raffles, market stalls BBQ lunch
We would also like to hold a meeting to go through a few things for our up and coming show and anyone wanting to join our club is more than welcome to come along and throw ideas at us.
Please contact Christine on 0432 266 062. or email warwickbirdclub@gmail.com

80's Cabaret - Stanthorpe
2018-07-14 19:30 - 23:59
14th July
7.30 pm – 1.00 am
18 and over event
Entry fee $10.00
GET out your fluorescent leotards, bedazzled sweatbands and start playing some Madonna because for one night only the 1980s are back.
Saturday, July 14, prepare for the Stanthorpe Civic centre to transform into an 80s cabaret and all for a great cause.

The disco gets going from 8pm with DJ Alan Casey entertaining.
If the appeal of Tears for Fears and Culture Club along with getting out your blue eye shadow isn’t enough, there will be plenty of prizes to win on the night – including one for best dressed.
Throughout the night you may be hit with some sing-alongs and dance-offs and even some trivia questions from DJ Alan Casey.
There will also be several raffles throughout the night.
Local businesses have kindly donated prizes varying from camping equipment, hampers, gift vouchers, cosmetic products, iron man 4×4 and much more.
A can bar will also be in operation throughout the night.
Hotdogs will be in vast supply for anyone looking for a bite to eat.
Funds raised from the event will be donated to Stanthorpe Community Op Shop’s Deb Lightfoot-de Hamer to help those in need.

Female of the Species - Stanthorpe Little Theatre
2018-07-14 19:00 - 2018-07-15 22:00
Stanthorpe Little Theatre , 20 Connor St Stanthorpe
07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Price $20
A lively funny play about modern society and feminism. The play laughs at gender politics, the travails of full-time motherhood, self-esteem manifesos, metrosexuals, sociological fashionability and also pokes at some old-school feminist dogma. A modern Australian play by Joanna Murray-Smith. This play has been performed around Australia and in West End to much acclaim and some controversy.
On Stage: 14, 15, 20, 21 & 22 July, 7pm at Little Theatre (20 Connor St)
***This play contains adult language and adult themes***

Christmas Buffet in July - Stanthorpe
2018-07-14 18:00 - 22:00
14 July at 18:00–22:00
Honeysuckle Cottages, 9-15 Mayfair Lane, Stanthorpe
The Rocks’ Christmas in July buffet is back! Enjoy a delicious Christmas buffet with all the trimmings, prepared by local chef, Jason Costanzo.
$60 per person (includes a wine on arrival).
Please call us direct on 46811510 to book or email info@honeysucklecottages.com.au.

Wearable Art Fashion Show - Stanthorpe
2018-07-13 18:30 - 21:30
13 July at 18:30–21:30
Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery
Lock St, Stanthorpe
Enjoy a night of art, fashion & music with our Wearable Art Fashion Show. Tickets $25 include glass of wine on arrival & canapes.
Tickets available online via https://www.stanthorpeartprize.org.au/ or at Gracious Giving, Stanthorpe Furniture Emporium and the Stanthorpe Regional Art Gallery.
Wear black on the night.

Christmas in July Cooking Demo & Dine - Stanthorpe
2018-07-07 18:00 - 22:00
7 July at 18:00–22:00
Queensland College of Wine Tourism, 22 Caves Road, Stanthorpe
Come to Varias Restaurant to experience and celebrate Christmas in July!!
On arrival, you will receive a glass of sparkling followed by a visit to the kitchen where Chef Drew will provide a cooking demonstration to learn the secrets of creating a great Christmas in July menu. Then on to experience the culinary delights first hand in the restaurant.
Cost
$65pp includes cooking demonstration, dinner and drink on arrival
For more information and bookings please contact the Queensland College of Wine Tourism (07) 4685 5050 or via email qcwt@usq.edu.au

Wine Masterclass with Mike Hayes - Stanthorpe
2018-07-07 17:30 - 19:00
Stanthorpe Apple & Grape Festival presents Wine Masterclasses with Mike Hayes – Australian Winemaker of the Year 2017.
Saturday 7 July 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Saturday 14 July, 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Saturday 21 July, 5:30pm – 7:00pm
Saturday 28 July, 5:30pm – 7:00pm
The masterclass will expand your knowledge of colour, smell, taste & texture of the emerging wine varieties of Australia.
At each session you will taste five red and five white varieties of the highest quality from the Granite Belt with a value of over $500 including Saperavi, Tempranillo, Petit Verdot, Nero d’Avola, Mourvedre, Fiano and more.
$85.00 per person via https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=388994
LOCATION:
Stanthorpe RSL Sub-Branch 38 Marsh St, Stanthorpe QLD 4380

Christmas in July Picnic - Applethorpe
2018-07-07 13:00 - 16:00
7 July at 13:00–16:00
Granite Belt Christmas Farm
321 Aerodrome Road, Applethorpe
Celebrate Christmas in July at the Granite Belt Christmas Farm on Saturday the 7th of July.
Experience a winter in wonderland Picnic with all the festive treats! Bring your picnic rug and that special bottle of wine you have picked from one of our amazing cellar doors on the Granite Belt (BYO wine and beer only) and be amazed by Country Music Sensation and multi award winning Golden Guitar winner Amber Lawrence, along with guest artist Hayley Marsten!
Indulge in delicious festive food from Mrs. Claus Kitchen Stall including our signature Rib Fillet Burger with a cranberry onion jam and our scrumptious Pavlova topped with fresh local berries and cream! Don’t forget our famous Belgian Hot Chocolate to warm you up!
For more information and tickets please visit our facebook events page

Yangan Farmers Markets
2018-07-07 10:42
Every Sunday 8:00am – 12:00pm
Held every Sunday at the Yangan School of Arts, Yangan Farmers Markets exhibits regional produce at its freshest.
Talented musician’s showcase their talent as locals are given an outlet to share and display their expertise and skills whether that be in food, craft or gardening.
LOCATION:
Yangan School of Arts, King Street, Yangan QLD 4371,

Happy Chat - Stanthorpe
2018-07-07 10:42
15 Hilton Street Stanthorpe
Every Tuesday in May 10.30 am to 12.00 Noon
A social group supporting those in the face of mental health recovery

Naidoc Week 2018
2018-07-07
Southern Downs Regional Council will celebrate NAIDOC Week 2018 (July 8 to 15) and is proud to support the local calendar of events being held across the region from 7 July to 19 July!
NAIDOC Week celebrates the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
In 2018, NAIDOC Week will celebrate the contributions Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women have made to our communities, our families, our rich history and our nation with the theme: Because of her, we can!
Leaders, trailblazers, politicians, activists and social change advocates, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women have fought for law and justice, equal rights, rights to country, access to education, employment and to maintain and celebrate culture, language, music and art.
There are several events which have become regular highlights on the local NAIDOC Week calendar, including the Combined Church Service (7 July), Police Flag Raising Ceremony (9 July), Waringh Waringh Elders Morning Tea (12 July) and Health Services activities (18 & 19 July).
The Warwick Community Luncheon on Tuesday, 10 July, will include live music, dancers and special guest speakers. The whole community is invited to come and share their own stories of women’s achievements from around the world, while enjoying lunch together.
The Warwick Indigenous Network Group (WING) will host a NAIDOC Information Event (11 July) to provide information on the services available throughout the region.
The NAIDOC Art Show will feature a local celebration of Indigenous culture from 9 July to 14 July and local artists are invited to exhibit their artworks.
NAIDOC Celebration in the Piazza will take place in Stanthorpe’s main street on Saturday, 14 July, and will showcase dancers, children’s activities, didgeridoo playing displays and information.
The community is invited to participate in the NAIDOC Community Day (15 July) at Stanthorpe Civic Centre to enjoy music, dance, an art display and children’s activities.
Southern Downs Mayor, Tracy Dobie thanked the NAIDOC Week working group and participating organisations and community groups for the various events that will be held during July.
“It’s inspiring to see government and non-government organisations working together to celebrate NAIDOC Week,” Cr Dobie said.
“I encourage all residents across the Southern Downs to attend any of the wonderful celebrations.
“These events have been organised for everyone to come together to reflect on the history and identity of our Indigenous culture.”
For more information on NAIDOC Week please contact the event organisers or contact Council’s Community Services Coordinator, Kerry Marsden, on 1300 MY SDRC (1300 697 372).

Snow Queen bingo - Stanthorpe
2018-07-07
When: July 7 bar from 5.45pm
Where: Ringmasters Cafe, Stanthorpe Exhibition Centre, 8 High Street, Stanthorpe
Tickets: trybooking.com/379136 or cash at Maddie’s Gift Gallery
Eyes down at 7pm.
Cost $30pp including 1 bingo book (6 games per page). $25pp concession. $250 for a table of 10. Extra books available for $10 per book
This Snow Queen Bingo event is part bingo, part drag show and ends with karaoke. You can expect some tongue in cheek risqué entertainment from our outrageous ‘Snow’ Queens; Bebe Gunn, Poppy Lectric, HOvanna Crown and Maxine Caxine. Join the girls at the end of bingo for some Snow Queen Karaoke.
Cash prizes are on offer and wear your best bling to win best dressed.
This event is brought to you by the Snowflakes in Stanthorpe committee, raising funds to aid in hosting 2019 Snowflakes in Stanthorpe.

Soup & Sweets Luncheon - Warwick
2018-07-06
6 July 11.30 am for 12.00 noon
St Marks Hall , Grafton Street, Warwick
Sponsored by Friends of St Mark’s Admission $10.00
Entertainment by the Grumpies, lucky door and multi draw raffles
Tickets available from 11 June and must be purchased by 2 July
For more information please call Elaine on 0448 139 409 or 4661 3940

Wintersun Rally 2018 - Stanthorpe
2018-07-06 - 2018-07-09
6 July – 9 July commencing on Friday 4 pm
Granite Belt Brewery Retreat.
The Wintersun Rally moves to Stanthorpe in the heart of the Granite Belt during the aptly named Brass Monkey Season. The rally will run over a four day weekend and will be based at the Granite Belt Brewery Retreat.
Hosted by Lancia Club of Queensland Inc
For details call the rally coordinator on 0412 723 176

Book Fair - Stanthorpe
2018-07-05 10:00 - 2018-07-07 16:00
When:
Thursday 5th July, 10am – 4pm
Friday 6th July, 10am – 4pm
Saturday 7th July, 9:30am – 12pm
Where:
Stanthorpe Uniting Church
111-113 High Street, Stanthorpe
The Granite Belt Uniting Church will be holding their Annual Book Fair during the upcoming school holidays.
There will be a wide selection of novels, children’s books, gardening, cooking. So affordable you wouldn’t believe it!!
There will be something for everyone!

Trash and Treasure Garage Sale - Warwick
2018-07-01 08:00 - 14:00
1 July at 8:00–14:00
Check the facebook page to confirm location
Trash n Treasure Garage Sale Bargins garlore with funds going to Warwick Animal Welfare Assoc
Hi guys, We are holding a trash and treasure garage sale on Sunday 1st of July, 2018. At this point in time , the location is set at 115 Wood street, Warwick, but if it becomes larger than we first planned, it will be held at the Railway Institute Hall . The location will be announced closer to the date. If anyone would like to make any donations towards the sale to help us raise money for the association and all the animals, please call 0447 801909 to arrange a time

30 Sneaky Spiced up Feast - Glen Aplin
2018-06-30 18:00 - 22:00
30 June at 18:00–22:00
Jamworks Gourmet Foods
7 Townsend Road, Glen Aplin
Tickets www.jamworks.com.au
Enjoy a 3 course spicy (not hot) feast using spices from the Jamworks larder.
Entree – Get a sneak peak of our new product line.
Mains – A selection of 3 curry dishes with traditional accompaniments
Dessert – Spiced date pudding with poached pears and a vanilla anglaise
$65 per person

Queensland Ballet Workshop - Stanthorpe
2018-06-30 17:00 - 19:00
Wednesday 30 June 5 pm – 7 pm
Uniting Church Hall, 111 Hugh Street, Stanthorpe
FREE workshopes for all dancers in Stanthorpe
Registration must be completed online
For more information please contact Miss Carly 0408 594 699
